Iran: is Trump's ultimate target in this war China?

The podcast explores the geopolitical strategies of Donald Trump, particularly focusing on China's weakening coalition and the potential impacts on Taiwan. It argues that Trump's "Operation Epic Fury," targeting countries like Iran and Venezuela, aims to rollback Chinese power and deter China from invading Taiwan. China's reliance on oil and advanced chips, coupled with its internal economic challenges, puts Xi Jinping in a precarious position. Guest Geoffrey Cain, author of "The Perfect Police State," discusses China's surveillance technologies and smart cities, cautioning against providing China with advanced chips that could be used to attack foreign companies in the future. The conversation also touches on the potential for a bipolar world order dominated by the U.S. and China.